Dr. Richard Nixon, MD
Dr. Richard Nixon, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nixon has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and Bayou Bend Health System. He is accepting new patients.
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1919 North Loop W Ste 115 Houston, TX 77008Make an Appointment
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Dr. Nixon is a native Houstonian who has been practicing orthopedic surgery in the northwest Houston area since 1991. He specializes in athletic medicine and joint replacement surgery. He is the founder of Northwest Knee and Shoulder...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
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Baylor College Of Medicine
Fellowship HospitalScott And White Memorial Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1990Baylor Affil Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1985Baylor College Of Medicine
Medical School, 1983University Of Texas At Austin
Undergraduate School, 1980
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
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83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
73%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
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